English as an Additional Language

Funding

Changing Terminology from ESL to EAL ( 11 KB)
Manitoba is implementing a change from using the term English as a Second Language (ESL) programming to English as an Additional Language (EAL) programming. Both terms (ESL and EAL) are used interchangeably on this website during the transition period.

Adult English as an Additional Language programs are funded and coordinated by Manitoba Labour and Immigration, Adult Language Training Branch. Contact them for information on programs, English language assessments, and teacher support materials.

English as an Additional Language Funding Enhancements (2006-2007)
On January 26, 2006, the Minister of Education, Citizenship and Youth announced a significant restructuring and strengthening of English as an Additional Language (EAL) support for the 2006-2007 school year. As a result of the restructuring and funding, an additional $1.7 million will be available to schools through the English as an Additional Language Support Grant. The restructuring of the EAL Support Grant extends eligibility to four years and increases funding available in a student's first year of EAL programming. Previously, students in Grades 1 to 8 were eligible for only two years of funding, and students in Senior Years were eligible for three years of funding. New guidelines have been developed and distributed to schools.

Guidelines for the English as an Additional Language Support Grant (2006-2007)
English as an Additional Language (EAL) Support is available for pupils with limited proficiency in the English language who are receiving EAL curriculum, instruction and related services on September 30, 2006. Funding will be provided for a maximum of four consecutive years (previously students were eligible for two years of support in grades 1 to 8 and three years of support in Senior 1 to Senior 4. These guidelines provide direction for the planning and implementation of EAL programming and services.

Guidelines for the Intensive Newcomer Support (INS) Grant (2006-2007)
Guidelines for the new INS Grant were released in March 2006. The intent of the grant is to promote the development and implementation of divisionally coordinated specialized intensive programming for newcomer learners in Grades 6 to Grade 12 from refugee/war-affected and disrupted schooling backgrounds who have EAL and literacy needs.

In 2006-2007 school year, 10 divisional projects will be funded through this grant.